Momauguin School Family Newsletter 8/30/26

Posted Date: 08/30/26 (04:00 PM)

Momauguin School

Family Newsletter

August 30, 2026

Dear families,

The first two days of school have been fantastic! Our students are settling in beautifully as they learn new routines and procedures, meet their teachers and staff, and get to know their classmates. There has been so much excitement and positive energy throughout the building, and we are off to a wonderful start!

Arrival & Dismissal

As expected, arrival and dismissal have taken a little longer than usual as we work through the details of each student's transportation plan. Thank you for your patience and understanding. As everyone becomes more familiar with the routines, we expect these processes to become much more efficient.

We encourage families to consider utilizing bus transportation whenever possible. Interestingly, most students who rode the bus arrived home earlier than students who were picked up as car riders. The buses are moving efficiently, and we anticipate dismissal times will continue to improve.

Important Car Rider Safety Reminder For the safety of all of our students:

Parents/guardians must remain in their vehicles while using the car rider drop-off and pick-up line.
Please do not park and walk your child across the parking lot. Students crossing through the parking lot creates a significant safety concern.
If there will be a change to your child's dismissal routine, please contact the main office by 2:45 p.m.
For safety reasons, we do not allow parent/guardian pickups from the office between 3:00–3:15 p.m. during dismissal. Only true emergencies will be accommodated during this time.

Thank you for helping us keep arrival and dismissal safe and efficient for everyone!

We are truly partners in your child's education, and we value the relationship we have with our families. Please feel free to reach out at any time if you have questions, concerns, or something you'd like to discuss. Open communication helps us better support your child.

Thank you for your patience, partnership, and support as we begin this new school year.

Together, we will make this our best year yet!

In partnership,

Julie Church

Principal, Momauguin Elementary School

PTO News

Help us make this year special!

There are so many ways to contribute: baking, planning, volunteering, or attending - supporting and enjoying the event supports our kids!

We need everyone's help to make our community strong and create memories - that means YOU!

Thank you to all our returning families for your support and we welcome our new families - we can't wait for the upcoming school year!

Looking to dive a little deeper? Please consider joining the PTO!

Momauguinpto@gmail.com

2026-2027 Learning Walks

Ever wonder what learning looks like inside your child's classroom?

Momauguin School invites parents and caregivers to participate in a Family Learning Walk. This is a unique opportunity to visit classrooms, observe students engaged in learning, and partner with us in supporting student success.

What is a Learning Walk?

A Learning Walk is a guided classroom visit designed to help families gain a better understanding of teaching and learning at Momauguin School. You'll have the chance to see our students and teachers in action while learning more about our instructional practices.

Why Participate?

Family Learning Walks are a wonderful opportunity to:

See learning in action.
Strengthen the partnership between home and school.
Learn more about how students engage in meaningful learning every day.
Celebrate the amazing work of our students and staff.

Your voice and perspective matter! We hope you'll join us for these exciting opportunities to learn alongside us and see firsthand the incredible things happening at Momauguin School.

Interested in participating?

Be on the lookout for upcoming Learning Walk dates and a sign-up opportunity. Space is limited to ensure a meaningful experience for all participants.

We can't wait to welcome you into our school and continue building strong partnerships that help every child succeed!

Healthy Celebrations

For more information and additional approved items visit the **List of Acceptable Foods and Beverages in Connecticut Public Schools. Unfortunately, any items not approved will be returned home.

Special Treats Available from Sodexo

For your convience, Ice Cream and Chips can be purchased from Sodexo for school and birthday celebrations. All available items meet the items are approved by the Connecticut Public Schools Guidelines.

Beginning on the first day of school, families will have access to Virtual Sick Visits for students enrolled in SBHC.

We are excited to share a new service that Community Health Center, Inc. will be piloting at Momauguin School through the School-Based Health Care (SBHC) program.

Beginning on the first day of school, families will have access to Virtual Sick Visits for students enrolled in SBHC.

The goal of this pilot is to provide families with another convenient option when their child is experiencing a minor illness or symptom and they need timely guidance on whether their child can return to school, needs additional care, or can be safely managed at home.

Parents will be able to self-schedule a virtual appointment using the QR code or scheduling information included on the above flyer. Virtual visits can support concerns such as:

Fever or sore throat
Cough or cold symptoms
Pink eye
Vomiting or diarrhea
Rash
Headache

During the virtual visit, the medical team can provide home-care guidance, return-to-school recommendations, prescriptions when clinically appropriate, and school excuse documentation.

Please consider enrolling your child in School Based Health Care.

Upcoming Events

September

9/7/26 Labor Day-No School
9/9/26 (Wed) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30
9/10/26 (Thurs) Learning Walk 9:00-10:00
9/17/26 (Thurs) Back to School Night 6:00-7:30
9/23/26 Early Dismissal (1:15 p.m.)

October

10/6/26 (Tues) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30
10/12/26 No School- Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples Day
10/21/26 Early Dismissal (1:15 p.m.)

November

11/10/26 (Tues) Learning Walk 9:00-10:00
11/10/26 (Tues) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30

December

12/9/26 (Wed) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30
12/10/26 (Thurs) Learning Walk 2:00-3:00

January

1/6/27 (Wed) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30

February

2/9/27 (Tues) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30
1/10/27 (Wed) Learning Walk 2:00-3:00

March

3/9/27 (Tues) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30
3/10/27 (Wed) Learning Walk 9:00-10:00

April

4/7/27 (Wed) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30

May

5/4/27 (Tues) PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30
5/10/27 (Mon) Learning Walk 2:00-3:00

June

Momauguin's Family Calendar

Nutrislice Website

Families can access detailed nutrition and allergen information for all Sodexo menu items through the Nutrislice website. Nutrislice provides up-to-date ingredient lists, nutrition facts, and allergen details to help families make informed choices.

The simplified menu shown below is designed to help students easily identify daily meal options when ordering at school. For the most accurate and complete allergen information, please visit the Nutrislice link available on the District Website and review specific menu items prior to ordering.

If you have questions about food allergies or dietary needs, please contact the school or Sodexo directly for additional support.

School Lunch Menu

Kids Free Birthday Cake Kit for Ages 1- 17.

Kids Free Birthday Cake Kit for Ages 1- 17. Need a little extra help in providing your child a birthday cake? Look no further... You will be provided with a kit to make your own birthday cake. Scan the QR code to sign up. Sponsored by Cherie's Sweet Treats.

Family Resource Center

All resources all in one place. New website hub! We've made it easier than ever to find the information and resources your family needs. Everything in one place, always up to date! Scan the QR code to see all upcoming programs, community resources, family support services, flyers and announcements.

The East Haven Family Resource Center is based out of Momauguin Elementary School and Overbrook Early Learning Center.

The Family Resource Center offers:

Free diapers through our Diaper Bank
Free food at our biweekly Mobile Food Share
Parenting support and early intervention through resources, referrals, and our home visitation program with developmental screenings
Parent workshops twice a month
Play and Learn groups for children not yet enrolled in school

The mission of the Family Resource Center is to support families on their parenting journey and make sure every child has access to the resources they need to grow, learn, and thrive.

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Breakfast and Lunch are FREE for all EHPS Students

All students who attend East Haven Public Schools are eligible to receive a free healthy breakfast and a free nutritious lunch at school everyday during the school year through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). Click Here for the monthly menu.